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by Socorro C. Ramos - September 22, 2013 - 12:00am

We started “Ask Nanay” on Jan. 1, 2007. That was more than six and a half years ago! Wow. Indeed time flies when you are having fun.

How should we treat our ‘balikbayan’ relatives?

by Socorro C. Ramos - September 15, 2013 - 12:00am

We have guests coming from the US, and as you know us Filipinos, one of our flaws is to be good hosts perhaps to a fault.

Five tips to get kids to enjoy reading

by Socorro C. Ramos - September 8, 2013 - 12:00am

I’m writing in response to the letter two weeks ago regarding the parent who wants her kids to learn to appreciate the joys of reading instead of being focused on playing video games on the iPad all the t...

Love is a many splendored ring

by Socorro C. Ramos - August 18, 2013 - 12:00am

Last week’s letter writer Bean would have no problem at all if he were to look at that engagement ring as a blank check.

How do I file a cyberbullying case?

by Socorro C. Ramos - July 7, 2013 - 12:00am

I wanted to ask for your advice regarding cyberbullying. I know who the person is and I want to file a case. Please let me know how I go about filing the case.

Torn between work and time with my kids

by Socorro C. Ramos - June 23, 2013 - 12:00am

I recently resigned from my job to help with raising our children. As a mom, I am sure you realize that these precious years when our children are growing up can never be recovered.

To retire early or to make more money?

by Socorro C. Ramos - June 2, 2013 - 12:00am

I come from a fairly well-to-do family and to be honest I guess I do not really need to work.

Will love conquer all?

by Socorro C. Ramos - May 19, 2013 - 12:00am

Just like your other letter sender, Us Against The World, I am in a similar situation where my girlfriend’s parents do not approve of our relationship.

How do I deal with my debts and unfaithful husband before I lose my sanity?

by Socorro C. Ramos - May 5, 2013 - 12:00am

I’m a big fan of your column. I love the way you answer your readers’ dilemmas in a very sincere and personal way. I knew in my heart that one day I would write you to seek help and guidance.

How can I find love?

by Socorro C. Ramos - April 28, 2013 - 12:00am

Sometimes, I can’t help but feel jealous every time I see teenagers like me who already have their special someone.

Who comes first, mom or fiancé?

by Socorro C. Ramos - March 31, 2013 - 12:00am

I am a Filipino who moved to the US about nine years ago.

The happiest people are those who make the most of everything

by Socorro C. Ramos - March 24, 2013 - 12:00am

I would like to react to your letter by Jealous Girl published last March 10 and to the letter about religious items.

How do you dispose of religious items?

by Socorro C. Ramos - March 17, 2013 - 12:00am

We live in a flood-prone area here in Bulacan.

Jealous girl

by Socorro C. Ramos - March 10, 2013 - 12:00am

We are a middle-class family. I would say we are comfortable but we do not have money coming out of our ears.

Secrets to a long, healthy life

by Socorro C. Ramos - March 3, 2013 - 12:00am

I was extremely impressed to read in your column that you continue to go to the office at your age of 89. Wow! Please share with us your secrets.

‘Help! My officemates are bullying me on Facebook’

by Socorro C. Ramos - December 2, 2012 - 12:00am

Sometime last year I finally joined the social media bandwagon and opened a Facebook account.

Will a relationship distract my daughter from her studies?

by Socorro C. Ramos - October 14, 2012 - 12:00am

I am sure you have been asked this question before and I am sure I am not the only parent who has this problem.

Parents on competitive parents

by Socorro C. Ramos - October 7, 2012 - 12:00am

I would just like to comment on your letter senders inquiring on how to deal with competitive parents.

How do you deal with competitive parents?

by Socorro C. Ramos - September 30, 2012 - 12:00am

How do you deal with super- competitive parents? In our circle of friends, many of the children are about the same age. Some are in pre-school, some are in grade school and some are in high school.

How to gain weight in a healthy way

by Socorro C. Ramos - September 23, 2012 - 12:00am

I have been following your column weekly and noticed that there have been a number of letters the past weeks that deal with weight loss and weight gain.

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